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The Revenge of the Whales

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Tragic events with killer whales and shipwreck survival

A tragic incident at SeaWorld involved a killer whale attacking and savaging a trainer, leaving her with severe injuries. The possible motives for the attack are unclear, with suggestions of frustration, aggression, or revenge. The scenario raises questions regarding the impact of captivity on animals' mental states. In a separate event in 1819, a whale attacked a ship, causing it to sink slowly. The crew salvaged essential items before the ship toppled sideways. Left with three small rowing boats and 1500 miles to the nearest island, the crew faced a daunting survival challenge in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.

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